Elena Ferrante Reading Order
5 series · 13 books · Born 1943
Elena Ferrante is an Italian author writing under a pseudonym whose psychologically rich literary fiction explores themes of female friendship, family dynamics, and social class. Best known for her Neapolitan series, a quartet of interconnected novels following two women across decades in Naples, Ferrante's work has achieved international acclaim through multiple language translations and adaptations. Her career spanning from 2002 to 2023 encompasses novels, graphic adaptations, and essays that examine the complexities of women's lives with unflinching emotional depth.
Graphic Novels Series
Complete1 book (2023–2023)
Neapolitan Series
Complete4 books (2011–2014)
Start with My Brilliant Friend, the first of 4 books in the Neapolitan series.
Start this series with My Brilliant Friend
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Non-Fiction Series
Likely Complete3 books (2003–2021)
Start with Frantumaglia and read in order.
Start this series with Frantumaglia
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Picture Series
Complete1 book (2007–2007)
Standalone Novels Series
Complete4 books (2002–2019)
Start with The Days of Abandonment, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with The Days of Abandonment
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Elena Ferrante written?
- Elena Ferrante has written 13 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 2002 to 2023.
- What is the first book in each Elena Ferrante series?
- Here are the first books in Elena Ferrante's series: Neapolitan: My Brilliant Friend; Non-Fiction: Frantumaglia.
- What order should I read Elena Ferrante's books?
- We recommend reading Elena Ferrante's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Elena Ferrante's series complete?
- Elena Ferrante has 4 completed series.